De ondergang der Eerste Wareld

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De ondergang der Eerste Wareld

by Willem Bilderdijk

NL·~5 hours

Chapters

Description

A sweeping, unfinished epic begins with a reflective preface that sets the tone for an ambitious journey through mythic and philosophical terrain. The author confesses a deep yearning to bridge the ordinary world with a higher, timeless realm, hoping to illuminate truth amid the darkness of contemporary life. This opening invites listeners to share in the poet’s passionate quest for a heroic vision that transcends fleeting fashions.

The prose‑like introduction is rich with contemplation about the role of poetry, the limits of modern taste, and the yearning for a universal language of feeling. It gestures toward a grand narrative that will explore the struggle between material concerns and the longing for spiritual clarity, promising a work that aspires to unite heaven and earth through verse.

As the first act unfolds, the poet’s voice resonates with earnestness, urging readers to consider what a true epic might achieve in an age of doubt. The stage is set for a poetic adventure that seeks to awaken deeper sensibilities while remaining aware of its own incompleteness.

Details

Language

nl

Duration

~5 hours (299K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-07-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

Willem Bilderdijk

Willem Bilderdijk

1756–1831

A fierce Dutch poet and thinker of the late Enlightenment and early Romantic era, he was known for his passionate style, sharp opinions, and huge literary output. His work made him one of the most talked-about figures in Dutch intellectual life around 1800.

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